Business and Current Affairs

Prerequisite for entry

Successful completion of syllabus D at the UCL CLIE, a high A level grade*, or if you have a very good grasp of the language and are able to
conduct a conversation without difficulty.

Aims and objectives

The course is designed for advanced level students. It teaches specialised vocabulary to enable
participants to use their language skills in a professional environment, such
as meetings and conferences, as well as covering related topics such as current
affairs and the latest trends in society. The course will enhance knowledge of life, society and business culture
using complex and linguistically accurate structures (different types of
discourse, register).

Cultural awareness will be further developed and
raised within a European/global context. Language learning skills, including autonomous learning and how to
approach authentic material, will be further enhanced. Various transferable skills will also be
covered.

* Or equivalent.

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